Author’d: A Black Children’s Book Week Author Meet & Greet

Schedule

Sat Feb 28 2026 at 12:00 pm to 04:00 pm

UTC-05:00

Location

ELife Restaurant (The Life Center at Hampton Park) | Capitol Heights, MD

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About this Event

Author’d: A Black Children’s Book Week Author Meet & Greet


About the Event

Author’d is an intentional literary gathering created in celebration of Black Children’s Book Week. It brings together Black authors, young readers, and families for an afternoon centered on storytelling, imagination, and community.

Author’d is a curated space designed for connection, where young people can meet real authors, explore books, ask questions, and see what’s possible when stories are written by people who look like them.

The event is especially meaningful for youth ages 9–14, a pivotal time when imagination and identity are taking shape.


What to Expect

  • Black Author Meet & GreetsMeet and connect with Black children’s and youth authors in an intimate, conversational setting.
  • Emerging Youth VoicesA student showcase featuring original writing and artwork from young creators, highlighting the next generation of storytellers.
  • Intentional Community SpaceA welcoming environment designed for browsing, conversation, and meaningful engagement—not rushing or performances.
  • Lunch IncludedYour ticket includes lunch so families can stay, connect, and enjoy the gathering without leaving midway.


Why Author’d Matters
Representation is powerful—but it becomes transformative when it’s personal.

When young people meet authors, hear their journeys, and see creativity modeled up close, books stop feeling distant. They become real. Possible. Reachable.

Author’d exists to nurture that moment.


Who Should Attend

Young readers and aspiring writers or illustrators

  • Families who value literacy, creativity, and representation
  • Educators and community members who support youth voices
  • Anyone who believes stories shape futures


A limited number of complimentary student literary magazines will be available on a first-come, first-served basis.






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Where is it happening?

ELife Restaurant (The Life Center at Hampton Park), 9033 Central Avenue, Capitol Heights, United States

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Tickets

USD 17.85

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